Definition
A film that shrinks under heat to conform tightly to a product or bundle, providing containment and tamper evidence.
Applications
- Multipacks
- Promotional bundles
- Unitization for transport
Benefits
- Improves bundle stability
- Provides tamper evidence
- Protects against scuffing
Industry Examples
- Medical: shrink overwrap for device tray packs to provide tamper evidence.
- Industrial: shrink bundling for boxed components on pallets.
- Electronics: used to bundle boxed electronic devices for tamper evidence and transport stability.
FAQ
Q: What’s the key shrink property?
A: Shrink ratio and shrink force must match the product to avoid deformation.
Q: Is shrink film recyclable?
A: Depends on polymer type and local recycling programs.